Back-to-School Snacks: Apple "Nachos"

The school year is back in full swing, which means backpacks, homework, and hungry kids ready for a snack after pick-up. The after-school snack can bridge the gap between lunchtime and dinner, keeping energy levels up, moods steady, and growing bodies and brains focused for homework and activities.

But here’s the challenge: kids want something fun and tasty, while parents want healthy, nourishing options that don’t take forever to prepare. That’s where plant-based snacks save the day — wholesome, colorful, and full of flavor, without the added sugars or processed ingredients.

With a fun twist on apples and peanut butter, this recipe turns a classic snack into something new and exciting that kids will eat up! 

Ingredients:

• 2 crisp organic apples, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp peanut butter or almond butter (warmed slightly so it’s drizzle-able)
• 1 tbsp granola
• 1 tbsp mini dark chocolate or dairy-free chocolate chips or raisins
• 1 tsp unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)

Recipe:

1. Arrange apple slices on a plate like “nachos.”
2. Drizzle with nut butter, then sprinkle on granola, chocolate chips, and coconut.

Bonus: This snack feels like dessert, but it’s full of fiber and healthy fats.